Agencies and Commissions May 2014 – Federal Register Recent Federal Regulation Documents

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Barium Carbonate from China, Notice of Commission Determination To Conduct a Full Five-Year Review
Document Number: 2014-11830
Type: Notice
Date: 2014-05-22
Agency: International Trade Commission, Agencies and Commissions
The Commission hereby gives notice that it will proceed with a full review pursuant to section 751(c) of the Tariff Act of 1930 (19 U.S.C. 1675(c)) to determine whether revocation of the antidumping duty order on barium carbonate from China would be likely to lead to continuation or recurrence of material injury within a reasonably foreseeable time. A schedule for the review will be established and announced at a later date. For further information concerning the conduct of this review and rules of general application, consult the Commission's Rules of Practice and Procedure, part 201, subparts A through E (19 CFR part 201), and part 207, subparts A, D, E, and F (19 CFR part 207).
Notice of Change of Address and Phone Numbers of the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation
Document Number: 2014-11826
Type: Notice
Date: 2014-05-22
Agency: Historic Preservation, Advisory Council, Agencies and Commissions
The Advisory Council on Historic Preservation (ACHP) will be moving from its current location on May 28, 2014. As of Monday, June 2, 2014, the new address and main phone numbers for the ACHP will be: 401 F Street NW., Suite 308, Washington, DC 20001-2637; (202) 517-0200; (202) 517-6381 (fax). All email addresses will remain the same. The ACHP Web site address, at www.achp.gov, will also remain the same.
Notice of Agreements Filed
Document Number: 2014-11809
Type: Notice
Date: 2014-05-22
Agency: Federal Maritime Commission, Agencies and Commissions
Government in the Sunshine Act Meeting; Change of Time of Sunshine Act Meeting
Document Number: 2014-11876
Type: Notice
Date: 2014-05-21
Agency: International Trade Commission, Agencies and Commissions
Sunshine Act Meeting
Document Number: 2014-11855
Type: Notice
Date: 2014-05-21
Agency: Federal Election Commission, Agencies and Commissions
Andalusian Resorts and Spas, Inc.; Order of Suspension of Trading
Document Number: 2014-11839
Type: Notice
Date: 2014-05-21
Agency: Securities and Exchange Commission, Agencies and Commissions
Labor-Management Cooperation Grant Program Information Collection Request
Document Number: 2014-11816
Type: Notice
Date: 2014-05-21
Agency: Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service, Agencies and Commissions
The Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service (FMCS) hereby announces the submission of the following public information collection request (ICR) to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (Pub. L. 104-13). This information collection, ``Labor-Management Cooperation Grant Program Information Collection Request'' (OMB Control No. 3076-0006) will be used to collect information to determine applicant suitability, to monitor grant project status and for grant program evaluation. The OMB is particularly interested in comments which: (i) Evaluate whether the proposed collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of the functions of the agency, including whether the information will have practical utility; (ii) Evaluate the accuracy of the agency's estimates of the burden of the proposed collection of information; (iii) Enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected; (iv) Minimize the burden of the collection of information on those who are to respond, including the use of appropriate automated electronic collection technologies or other forms of information technology, e.g. permitting electronic and fax submission of responses.
North Anna Power Station, Unit 2
Document Number: 2014-11775
Type: Notice
Date: 2014-05-21
Agency: Nuclear Regulatory Commission, Agencies and Commissions
The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) has granted the request of Virginia Electric and Power Company (the licensee) to withdraw its September 10, 2013, application for proposed amendment to Facility Operating License No. NPF-7 for the North Anna Power Station, Unit 2, located in Mineral, Virginia.
Agency Information Collection Activities: Notice of Intent To Renew Collection 3038-0026-Gross Collection of Exchange-Set Margins for Omnibus Accounts
Document Number: 2014-11759
Type: Notice
Date: 2014-05-21
Agency: Commodity Futures Trading Commission, Agencies and Commissions
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) is announcing an opportunity for public comment on the proposed collection of certain information by the agency. Under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (PRA), Federal agencies are required to publish notice in the Federal Register concerning each proposed collection of information, including each proposed extension of an existing collection of information, and to allow 60 days for public comment in response to the notice. This notice solicits comments, as described below, on the proposed Information Collection Request (ICR) titled: Gross Collection of Exchange-Set Margins for Omnibus Accounts; OMB Control Number 3038- 0026.
Certain Set-Top Boxes, Gateways, Bridges, and Adapters and Components Thereof; Institution of Investigation Pursuant to 19 U.S.C. 1337
Document Number: 2014-11742
Type: Notice
Date: 2014-05-21
Agency: International Trade Commission, Agencies and Commissions
Notice is hereby given that a complaint was filed with the U.S. International Trade Commission on April 17, 2014, under section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930, as amended, 19 U.S.C. 1337, on behalf of ViXS Systems, Inc., of Toronto, Ontario, Canada and ViXS USA, Inc. of Austin, Texas. A supplement to the complaint was filed on April 25, 2014, and an amended complaint was filed on May 6, 2014. The amended complaint alleges violations of section 337 based upon the importation into the United States, the sale for importation, and the sale within the United States after importation of certain set-top boxes, gateways, bridges, and adapters and components thereof by reason of infringement of certain claims of U.S. Patent No. 7,301,900 (``the '900 patent''); U.S. Patent No. 7,099,951 (``the '951 patent''); U.S. Patent No. 7,200,855 (``the '855 patent''); and U.S. Patent No. 7,406,598 (``the '598 patent''). The amended complaint further alleges that an industry in the United States exists as required by subsection (a)(2) of section 337. The complainants request that the Commission institute an investigation and, after the investigation, issue a limited exclusion order and cease and desist orders.
Agency Information Collection Activities: Proposed Collection; Comment Request
Document Number: 2014-11697
Type: Notice
Date: 2014-05-21
Agency: National Science Foundation, Agencies and Commissions
Under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, Pub. L. 104-13 (44 U.S.C. 3501 et seq.), and as part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork and respondent burden, the National Science Foundation (NSF) is inviting the general public or other Federal agencies to comment on this proposed continuing information collection. The NSF will publish periodic summaries of the proposed projects. Comments: Comments are invited on: (a) Whether the proposed collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of the functions of the Foundation, including whether the information will have practical utility; (b) the accuracy of the Foundation's estimate of the burden of the proposed collection of information; (c) ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected; and (d) ways to minimize the burden of the collection of information on those who are to respond, including through the use of automated collection techniques or other forms of information technology.
Connect America Fund, High-Cost Universal Service Support
Document Number: 2014-11689
Type: Rule
Date: 2014-05-21
Agency: Federal Communications Commission, Agencies and Commissions
In this document, the Wireline Competition Bureau (Bureau) finalizes decisions regarding the engineering assumptions contained in the Connect America Cost Model (CAM) and adopt inputs necessary for the model to calculate the cost of serving census blocks in price cap carrier areas. The Commission also estimates the final budget for the Phase II offer to model-based support to price cap carriers in light of the conclusion of the second round of Phase I funding.
Copley Fund, Inc.; Notice of Application
Document Number: 2014-11684
Type: Notice
Date: 2014-05-21
Agency: Securities and Exchange Commission, Agencies and Commissions
General Services Administration Acquisition Regulation (GSAR); Electronic Contracting Initiative (ECI); Technical Amendment
Document Number: 2014-11676
Type: Rule
Date: 2014-05-21
Agency: General Services Administration, Agencies and Commissions
This document makes an amendment to the General Services Administration Acquisition Regulation (GSAR); in order to make editorial change.
Federal Agricultural Mortgage Corporation Funding and Fiscal Affairs; Farmer Mac Liquidity Management
Document Number: 2014-11663
Type: Rule
Date: 2014-05-21
Agency: Farm Credit Administration, Agencies and Commissions
The Farm Credit Administration (FCA, we or us) adopted a final rule that amends its liquidity management regulations for the Federal Agricultural Mortgage Corporation (Farmer Mac). The purpose of the final rule is to strengthen liquidity risk management at Farmer Mac, improve the quality of assets in its liquidity reserves, and bolster its ability to fund its obligations and continue operations during times of economic, financial, or market adversity. In accordance with the law, the effective date of the final rule is 180 days after the date of publication in the Federal Register, provided either or both Houses of Congress are in session for at least 30 calendar days after publication of this regulation in the Federal Register.
Formations of, Acquisitions by, and Mergers of Bank Holding Companies
Document Number: 2014-11654
Type: Notice
Date: 2014-05-21
Agency: Federal Reserve System, Agencies and Commissions
Change in Bank Control Notices; Acquisitions of Shares of a Bank or Bank Holding Company
Document Number: 2014-11653
Type: Notice
Date: 2014-05-21
Agency: Federal Reserve System, Agencies and Commissions
Fusion Pharm, Inc.; Order of Suspension of Trading
Document Number: 2014-11739
Type: Notice
Date: 2014-05-20
Agency: Securities and Exchange Commission, Agencies and Commissions
Global Stevia Corp.; Order of Suspension of Trading
Document Number: 2014-11738
Type: Notice
Date: 2014-05-20
Agency: Securities and Exchange Commission, Agencies and Commissions
Sunshine Act Meeting
Document Number: 2014-11707
Type: Notice
Date: 2014-05-20
Agency: Legal Services Corporation, Agencies and Commissions
Sunshine Act Meeting
Document Number: 2014-11706
Type: Notice
Date: 2014-05-20
Agency: Securities and Exchange Commission, Agencies and Commissions
Colorado Disaster # Co-00068 Declaration of Economic Injury
Document Number: 2014-11694
Type: Notice
Date: 2014-05-20
Agency: Small Business Administration, Agencies and Commissions
This is a notice of an Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) declaration for the State of Colorado, dated 05/14/2014. Incident: Red Mountain Pass Rockslide. Incident Period: 01/13/2014 and continuing. Effective Date: 05/14/2014. EIDL Loan Application Deadline Date: 02/16/2015.
North Carolina Disaster #Nc-00061
Document Number: 2014-11691
Type: Notice
Date: 2014-05-20
Agency: Small Business Administration, Agencies and Commissions
This is a notice of an Administrative declaration of a disaster for the State of North Carolina dated 05/14/2014. Incident: Tornadoes, High Winds, and Severe Storms. Incident Period: 04/25/2014. Effective Date: 05/14/2014. Physical Loan Application Deadline Date: 07/14/2014. Economic Injury (EIDL) Loan Application Deadline Date: 02/16/2015.
Federal Agricultural Mortgage Corporation Funding and Fiscal Affairs; Farmer Mac Liquidity Management; Correction
Document Number: 2014-11662
Type: Rule
Date: 2014-05-20
Agency: Farm Credit Administration, Agencies and Commissions
The Farm Credit Administration (FCA) published a final rule in the Federal Register on November 1, 2013 to strengthen liquidity risk management at the Federal Agricultural Mortgage Corporation, improve the quality of assets in its liquidity reserves, and bolster its ability to fund its obligations and continue operations during times of economic, financial, or market adversity. This document corrects an inaccurate amendatory instruction in that rule.
Advisory Committee on Veterans Business Affairs
Document Number: 2014-11628
Type: Notice
Date: 2014-05-20
Agency: Small Business Administration, Agencies and Commissions
The SBA is issuing this notice to announce the location, date, time, and agenda for the next meeting of the Advisory Committee on Veterans Business Affairs. The meeting will be open to the public.
Interagency Task Force on Veterans Small Business Development
Document Number: 2014-11627
Type: Notice
Date: 2014-05-20
Agency: Small Business Administration, Agencies and Commissions
The SBA is issuing this notice to announce the location, date, time, and agenda for its public meeting of the Interagency Task Force on Veterans Small Business Development. The meeting will be open to the public.
Agency Information Collection Activities; Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request; Extension
Document Number: 2014-11626
Type: Notice
Date: 2014-05-20
Agency: Federal Trade Commission, Agencies and Commissions
The information collection requirements in the FTC's Fuel Rating Rule will be submitted to the Office of Management and Budget (``OMB'') for review, as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act (``PRA''). The FTC intends to ask OMB to extend for an additional three years the current PRA clearance for these information collection requirements. That clearance otherwise expires on May 31, 2014.
Agency Information Collection Activities: Proposed Collection; Comment Request
Document Number: 2014-11620
Type: Notice
Date: 2014-05-20
Agency: Nuclear Regulatory Commission, Agencies and Commissions
The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) invites public comment about our intention to request the OMB's approval for renewal of an existing information collection that is summarized below. We are required to publish this notice in the Federal Register under the provisions of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (44 U.S.C. Chapter 35). Information pertaining to the requirement to be submitted: 1. The title of the information collection: 10 CFR Part 81, ``Standard Specifications for the Granting of Patent Licenses.'' 2. Current OMB approval number: 3150-0121. 3. How often the collection is required: Applications for licenses are submitted once. Other reports are submitted annually or as events require. 4. Who is required or asked to report: Applicants for and holders of NRC licenses to inventions covered by patents or patent applications. 5. The number of annual respondents: There are no anticipated respondents to this collection over the next three years. 6. The number of hours needed annually to complete the requirement or request: 0 hours. No applications are anticipated during the next 3 years. 7. Abstract: As specified in Part 81 of Title 10 of the Code of Federal Regulations, the NRC may grant non-exclusive licenses or limited exclusive licenses to its patent inventions to responsible applicants. Applicants for licenses to NRC inventions are required to provide information which may provide the basis for granting the requested license. In addition, all license holders must submit periodic reports on efforts to bring the invention to a point of practical application and the extent to which they are making the benefits of the invention reasonably accessible to the public. Exclusive license holders must submit additional information if they seek to extend their licenses, issue sublicenses, or transfer the licenses. In addition, if requested, exclusive license holders must promptly supply to the United States Government copies of all pleadings and other papers filed in any patent infringement lawsuit, as well as evidence from proceedings relating to the licensed patent.
Proposal Review Panel for Materials Research; Notice of Meeting
Document Number: 2014-11619
Type: Notice
Date: 2014-05-20
Agency: National Science Foundation, Agencies and Commissions
In the Matter of Richard Brian Smith
Document Number: 2014-11616
Type: Notice
Date: 2014-05-20
Agency: Nuclear Regulatory Commission, Agencies and Commissions
The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is issuing an order prohibiting Richard Brian Smith's involvement in any NRC-licensed activities for a period of five years. This Order is based on Richard Brian Smith having twice tested positive for an illegal substance during random fitness-for-duty (FFD) tests while holding an NRC operator's license at the Grand Gulf Nuclear Station and the results of an NRC investigation.
Exemption for NextEra Energy Point Beach, LLC; Point Beach Nuclear Plant, Units 1 and 2
Document Number: 2014-11615
Type: Notice
Date: 2014-05-20
Agency: Nuclear Regulatory Commission, Agencies and Commissions
The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is issuing an exemption in response to a June 4, 2013, request from NextEra Energy Point Beach, LLC, requesting an exemption to use of a different fuel rod cladding material (Optimized ZIRLO\TM\).
Agency Information Collection Activities: Proposed Collection; Comment Request
Document Number: 2014-11611
Type: Notice
Date: 2014-05-20
Agency: Nuclear Regulatory Commission, Agencies and Commissions
The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) invites public comment about our intention to request the OMB's approval for renewal of an existing information collection that is summarized below. We are required to publish this notice in the Federal Register under the provisions of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (44 U.S.C. Chapter 35). Information pertaining to the requirement to be submitted: 1. The title of the information collection: NRC Form 450, ``General Assignment.'' 2. Current OMB approval number: 3150-0114. 3. How often the collection is required: Once during the contract closeout process. 4. Who is required or asked to report: Contractors. 5. The number of annual respondents: 15. 6. The number of hours needed annually to complete the requirement or request: 30. 7. Abstract: During the contract closeout process for cost- reimbursement and time-and-materials type contracts, the NRC requires the contractor to execute NRC Form 450, General Assignment. Execution of this form grants to the government all rights, title, and interest to refunds arising out of the contractor performance. Submit, by July 21, 2014, comments that address the followings questions: 1. Is the proposed collection of information necessary for the NRC to properly perform its functions? Does the information have practical utility? 2. Is the burden estimate accurate? 3. Is there a way to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected? 4. How can the burden of the information collection be minimized, including the use of automated collection techniques or other forms of information technology? The public may examine and have copied for a fee publicly-available documents, including the final supporting statement, at the NRC's Public Document Room, Room O-1F21, One White Flint North, 11555 Rockville Pike, Rockville, Maryland 20852. The OMB clearance requests are available at the NRC's Web site: https://www.nrc.gov/public-involve/ doc-comment/omb/. The document will be available on the NRC's home page site for 60 days after the signature date of this notice. Comments submitted in writing or in electronic form will be made available for public inspection. Since your comments will not be edited to remove any identifying or contact information, the NRC cautions you against including any information in your submission that you do not want to be publicly disclosed. Comments submitted should reference Docket No. NRC-2014-0079. You may submit your comments by any of the following methods: Electronic comments go to https:// www.regualtions.gov and search for Docket No. NRC-2014-0079. Mail comments to the Acting NRC Clearance Officer, Fajr Majeed (T-5 F50), U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission, Washington, DC 20555-0001. Questions about the information collection requirements may be directed to the Acting NRC Clearance Officer, Fajr Majeed (T-5 F50), U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission Washington, DC 20555-0001; telephone: 301-415-6736, or by email to INFOCOLLECTS.Resource@NRC.GOV.
Andean Trade Preference Act: Impact on the U.S. Economy and on Andean Drug Crop Eradication
Document Number: 2014-11581
Type: Notice
Date: 2014-05-20
Agency: International Trade Commission, Agencies and Commissions
Section 206 of the ATPA (19 U.S.C. 3204) requires the Commission to report biennially to the Congress by September 30 of each reporting year on the economic impact of the Act on U.S. industries and U.S. consumers, as well as on the effectiveness of the Act in promoting drug related crop eradication and crop substitution efforts by beneficiary countries. The Commission prepares these reports under investigation No. 332-352, Andean Trade Preference Act: Impact on the U.S. Economy and on Andean Drug Crop Eradication.
Polyethylene Terephthalate Film, Sheet, and Strip From India and Taiwan; Revised Schedule for the Subject Reviews
Document Number: 2014-11580
Type: Notice
Date: 2014-05-20
Agency: International Trade Commission, Agencies and Commissions
Notice of National Transportation Safety Board Public Health Authority Status
Document Number: 2014-11579
Type: Notice
Date: 2014-05-20
Agency: National Transportation Safety Board, Agencies and Commissions
The NTSB is publishing this notice to inform health care providers, including hospitals, health plans, and other health organizations, of the NTSB's status as a ``public health authority'' under the health care privacy requirements of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA).
Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request
Document Number: 2014-11575
Type: Notice
Date: 2014-05-20
Agency: Securities and Exchange Commission, Agencies and Commissions
Proposed Collection; Comment Request
Document Number: 2014-11574
Type: Notice
Date: 2014-05-20
Agency: Securities and Exchange Commission, Agencies and Commissions
Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request
Document Number: 2014-11573
Type: Notice
Date: 2014-05-20
Agency: Securities and Exchange Commission, Agencies and Commissions
Partners Group Private Equity (Master Fund), LLC and Partners Group (USA) Inc.; Notice of Application
Document Number: 2014-11571
Type: Notice
Date: 2014-05-20
Agency: Securities and Exchange Commission, Agencies and Commissions
National Environmental Policy Act: Kennedy Space Center (KSC); Center-wide Operations
Document Number: 2014-11565
Type: Notice
Date: 2014-05-20
Agency: National Aeronautics and Space Administration, Agencies and Commissions
Pursuant to the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), as amended, (42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.), the Council on Environmental Quality Regulations for Implementing the Procedural Provisions of NEPA; 40 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Parts 1500-1508; and NASA policy and procedures, 14 CFR part 1216, Subpart 1216.3, NASA intends to prepare a PEIS covering Center-wide operations at KSC. The United States (U.S.) Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), National Park Service (NPS), and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) will serve as Cooperating Agencies. They possess both regulatory authority and specialized expertise regarding the PEIS subject Proposed Action. The purpose of this notice is to apprise interested agencies, organizations, tribal governments, and individuals of NASA's intent to prepare the PEIS and request input regarding environmental issues and concerns associated with the Proposed Action and alternative(s). In cooperation with USFWS, NPS, and FAA, NASA will hold two public scoping meetings as part of the NEPA process associated with the development of the PEIS. The scoping meetings locations and dates are provided under SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION below.
Application for Final Commitment for a Long-Term Loan or Financial Guarantee in Excess of $100 Million: AP088567XX
Document Number: 2014-11557
Type: Notice
Date: 2014-05-20
Agency: Export-Import Bank, Agencies and Commissions
This Notice is to inform the public, in accordance with Section 3(c)(10) of the Charter of the Export-Import Bank of the United States (``Ex-Im Bank''), that Ex-Im Bank has received an application for final commitment for a long-term loan or financial guarantee in excess of $100 million (as calculated in accordance with Section 3(c)(10) of the Charter). Comments received within the comment period specified below will be presented to the Ex-Im Bank Board of Directors prior to final action on this Transaction. Comments received will be made available to the public.
Agency Information Collection Activities: Proposed Collection; Comment Request
Document Number: 2014-11549
Type: Notice
Date: 2014-05-20
Agency: National Archives and Records Administration, Agencies and Commissions
NARA is giving public notice that the agency proposes to request extension of a currently approved information collection used to obtain information from private foundations or other entities in order to design, construct and equip Presidential libraries. The public is invited to comment on the proposed information collection pursuant to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.
Agency Information Collection Activities: Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request
Document Number: 2014-11547
Type: Notice
Date: 2014-05-20
Agency: National Archives and Records Administration, Agencies and Commissions
NARA is giving public notice that the agency has submitted to OMB for approval the information collections described in this notice. The public is invited to comment on the proposed information collections pursuant to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.
Connect America Fund; Developing a Unified Intercarrier Compensation Regime
Document Number: 2014-11479
Type: Rule
Date: 2014-05-20
Agency: Federal Communications Commission, Agencies and Commissions
In this document, the Federal Communications Commission's Wireline Competition Bureau clarifies and amends certain provisions of the Commission's new rules relating to intercarrier compensation transformation reforms adopted in the USF/ICC Transformation Order.
2014 Quadrennial Regulatory Review
Document Number: 2014-10874
Type: Rule
Date: 2014-05-20
Agency: Federal Communications Commission, Agencies and Commissions
This document completes the Commission's proceeding regarding the attribution of television joint sales agreements (JSAs)in which a ``brokering station'' sells the advertising time for a ``brokered station''for purposes of applying the broadcast ownership rules. The Commission, consistent with its prior decision to attribute radio JSAs, attributes to the brokering station same-market television JSAs that cover more than 15 percent of the weekly advertising time for the brokered station.
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